I always hear these rumors that Wawa gas is BAD, full of water, etc. At first, I generally avoided Wawas with my Vibe and strictly went to Sunoco with few exceptions (occasionally I'd go to the local Liberty if I needed gas immediately and/or didn't want to pay higher prices). After all, Sunoco is "racing fuel" as my friend says.

Once my office moved, and gas prices started skyrocketing, I started stopping at a newly converted Valero (it used to be a ridiculously overpriced Sunoco Station). It wasn't generally that busy, and it was cheaper than other station (never went over the $4 mark fortunately), but my Vibe did NOT like the gas at all. Thankfully, I had no major issues, but it didn't run as smoothly as it normally did.

One time I forgot to fill up at a Sunoco closer to home and went on a drive. I embarked upon a Wawa because my gas tank was way too low, and filled up there as normal. I was pleasantly surprised to see I was getting more miles to the tank than ever...at least with my daily commute. Also the Vibe runs as smooth as silk again. I tried the local Wawa by my office complex, and continued to get the same results. For the sake of convenience, I went back to Sunoco, but couldn't duplicate the results with Wawa gas.

Apparently my Vibe and I really were meant for each other; just as I love Wawa (especially the coffee), Streak loves its gasoline. So since then I've been using Wawa gasoline when feasible. I do wonder, though...

Could the fact that Wawa gas stations always seem to be insanely busy have something to do with the quality? Also, apparently Wawa "guarantees" its gasoline: http://www.wawa.com/wawaweb/Gas.aspx

Anyone else have any experience with Wawa gasoline? I'm pretty pleased, quite honestly, and am surprised that it has such a bad rumor. My only frustration is dealing with all of these cars to get to the pump, but I love getting coupons with the receipts (when I remember to use them! )

I always hear these rumors that Wawa gas is BAD, full of water, etc. At first, I generally avoided Wawas with my Vibe and strictly went to Sunoco with few exceptions (occasionally I'd go to the local Liberty if I needed gas immediately and/or didn't want to pay higher prices). After all, Sunoco is "racing fuel" as my friend says.

Once my office moved, and gas prices started skyrocketing, I started stopping at a newly converted Valero (it used to be a ridiculously overpriced Sunoco Station). It wasn't generally that busy, and it was cheaper than other station (never went over the $4 mark fortunately), but my Vibe did NOT like the gas at all. Thankfully, I had no major issues, but it didn't run as smoothly as it normally did.

One time I forgot to fill up at a Sunoco closer to home and went on a drive. I embarked upon a Wawa because my gas tank was way too low, and filled up there as normal. I was pleasantly surprised to see I was getting more miles to the tank than ever...at least with my daily commute. Also the Vibe runs as smooth as silk again. I tried the local Wawa by my office complex, and continued to get the same results. For the sake of convenience, I went back to Sunoco, but couldn't duplicate the results with Wawa gas.

Apparently my Vibe and I really were meant for each other; just as I love Wawa (especially the coffee), Streak loves its gasoline. So since then I've been using Wawa gasoline when feasible. I do wonder, though...

Could the fact that Wawa gas stations always seem to be insanely busy have something to do with the quality? Also, apparently Wawa "guarantees" its gasoline: http://www.wawa.com/wawaweb/Gas.aspx

Anyone else have any experience with Wawa gasoline? I'm pretty pleased, quite honestly, and am surprised that it has such a bad rumor. My only frustration is dealing with all of these cars to get to the pump, but I love getting coupons with the receipts (when I remember to use them! )

So, how long have you owned that WAWA gas station?

In Columbus, OH Sunoco seems to be the "off brand".

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I think the prior time I looked Turkey Hill was on the list but no longer. Kroger must have started buying from a lower cost supplier.

Sunoco Canada is on the list but not Sunoco USA.

2009 Vibe 1.8L Carbon Gray AT Power Pkg 1/12/092003 Vibe 1.8L Neptune AT Mono Power Pkg 1/27/03 [sold 2/2/09]2007 T&C SWB 7/31/07 Aristotle - “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doing well.“A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools."--Douglas Adams, English writer

LOL yeah that did sound like a commercial, didn't it? Guess I better let Wawa know where they can send the commission check.

Interesting about Sunoco being the "off brand" in Columbus. Out here, Sunocos are EVERYWHERE (I guess because the refinery is located in the area or something like that). Sadly many of the stations on the Top Tier list aren't common around here... Thanks for the link!

We have gotten gas from Citgo for as long as I can remember and have never had any problems with it.

When I read Wawa gas... my first thought was Walmart gas . Never heard of Wawa before. Must be an east coast thing?

Oh dear...the day Walmart starts selling gas, lol! Wawa is actually a Southeastern PA/Southern New Jersey chain of convenience stores. They are similar to 7-11 (only 20 times better with made to order food) and is quite comparable to Sheetz (especially since they both have gas stations).

The Murphy Oil station at Walmart about 1 mile from me has the side effect of keeping the prices low at the other area gas stations. I think Murphy Oil gives you 3 cents a gallon discount if you use a Walmart credit card. Looking at the shoppers there I doubt if many qualify for a credit card - they likely don't even have a Green Card.

2009 Vibe 1.8L Carbon Gray AT Power Pkg 1/12/092003 Vibe 1.8L Neptune AT Mono Power Pkg 1/27/03 [sold 2/2/09]2007 T&C SWB 7/31/07 Aristotle - “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doing well.“A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools."--Douglas Adams, English writer

Often the self-service machines seem to be not working or out of receipt paper - I never take the time to go inside to get a receipt. but I guess you'd still have your credit card statement.

2009 Vibe 1.8L Carbon Gray AT Power Pkg 1/12/092003 Vibe 1.8L Neptune AT Mono Power Pkg 1/27/03 [sold 2/2/09]2007 T&C SWB 7/31/07 Aristotle - “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doing well.“A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools."--Douglas Adams, English writer